Table 1.
Types and frequency of occurrence of systemic comorbidities in children with cataract.
| Systemic comorbidity | Frequency | Percentage (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Cardiac disease | 26 | 39.4 |
| Delayed milestones | 16 | 24.2 |
| Mental retardation | 14 | 21.2 |
| Deafness | 11 | 16.7 |
| Epilepsy | 4 | 6.1 |
| Physical handicap | 3 | 4.5 |